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Go from AI-curious to industry-ready with expert-led, hands-on training — right on your campus. SM-ACE's 60/40 hybrid model combines in-person mentorship with 24/7 digital labs to fast-track your career in AI.

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60%
In-Person Training
40%
Digital Learning
35-40
Students per Cohort
3 Tracks
40h 80h 120h
Foundation to Mastery
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NON-ENGINEERING
Live 11 seats left Rishikesh

Certified AI Foundation Associate (CAIFA)

Live AI cohort for non-technical learners with mentor-led projects and practical workflows.

40 Hours Guided journey
Hybrid Live Online + Offline
40 Seats Limited Batch
Mid June Batch Starts
Industry-Recognized Certificate Included
Total Fee ₹16,520.00
Inclusive of all taxes
Details
NON-ENGINEERING
Live 15 seats left Rishikesh

Certified Applied AI Professional (CAAIP)

Live AI cohort for non-technical learners with mentor-led projects and practical workflows.

80 Hours Guided journey
Hybrid Live Online + Offline
40 Seats Limited Batch
Mid June Batch Starts
Industry-Recognized Certificate Included
Total Fee ₹33,040.00
Inclusive of all taxes
Details
ENGINEERING
Live 11 seats left Rishikesh

Certified AI Engineering Associate (CAIEA)

Foundation Certificate in AI Engineering for technical learners building AI-first engineering fundamentals.

40 Hours Engineering foundation
Hybrid Live Online + Offline
30 Seats Limited Batch
Mid June Batch Starts
Industry-Recognized Certificate Included
Total Fee ₹18,880.00
Inclusive of all taxes
Details
ENGINEERING
Live 15 seats left Rishikesh

Certified Applied AI Engineer (CAAIE)

Professional Certificate in Applied AI Systems for learners building production-ready AI workflows.

80 Hours Applied systems
Hybrid Live Online + Offline
40 Seats Limited Batch
Mid June Batch Starts
Industry-Recognized Certificate Included
Total Fee ₹37,760.00
Inclusive of all taxes
Details
ENGINEERING
Live 18 seats left Rishikesh

Certified AI Master Engineer (CAIME)

Mastery Certificate in Advanced AI Engineering for advanced builds, integrations, and deployment readiness.

120 Hours Advanced engineering
Hybrid Live Online + Offline
35 Seats Limited Batch
Mid June Batch Starts
Industry-Recognized Certificate Included
Total Fee ₹56,640.00
Inclusive of all taxes
Details
NON-ENGINEERING
Live 18 seats left Rishikesh

Certified AI Master Practitioner (CAIMP)

Live AI cohort for non-technical learners with mentor-led projects and practical workflows.

120 Hours Guided journey
Hybrid Live Online + Offline
35 Seats Limited Batch
Mid June Batch Starts
Industry-Recognized Certificate Included
Total Fee ₹49,560.00
Inclusive of all taxes
Details
NON-ENGINEERING
Live 11 seats left Noida

Certified AI Foundation Associate (CAIFA)

Live AI cohort for non-technical learners with mentor-led projects and practical workflows.

40 Hours Guided journey
Hybrid Live Online + Offline
40 Seats Limited Batch
Mid August Batch Starts
Industry-Recognized Certificate Included
Total Fee ₹21,240.00
Inclusive of all taxes
Details
NON-ENGINEERING
Live 15 seats left Noida

Certified Applied AI Professional (CAAIP)

Live AI cohort for non-technical learners with mentor-led projects and practical workflows.

80 Hours Guided journey
Hybrid Live Online + Offline
40 Seats Limited Batch
Mid August Batch Starts
Industry-Recognized Certificate Included
Total Fee ₹42,480.00
Inclusive of all taxes
Details
ENGINEERING
Live 11 seats left Noida

Certified AI Engineering Associate (CAIEA)

Foundation Certificate in AI Engineering for technical learners building AI-first engineering fundamentals.

40 Hours Engineering foundation
Hybrid Live Online + Offline
30 Seats Limited Batch
Mid August Batch Starts
Industry-Recognized Certificate Included
Total Fee ₹28,320.00
Inclusive of all taxes
Details
ENGINEERING
Live 15 seats left Noida

Certified Applied AI Engineer (CAAIE)

Professional Certificate in Applied AI Systems for learners building production-ready AI workflows.

80 Hours Applied systems
Hybrid Live Online + Offline
40 Seats Limited Batch
Mid August Batch Starts
Industry-Recognized Certificate Included
Total Fee ₹56,640.00
Inclusive of all taxes
Details
ENGINEERING
Live 18 seats left Noida

Certified AI Master Engineer (CAIME)

Mastery Certificate in Advanced AI Engineering for advanced builds, integrations, and deployment readiness.

120 Hours Advanced engineering
Hybrid Live Online + Offline
35 Seats Limited Batch
Mid August Batch Starts
Industry-Recognized Certificate Included
Total Fee ₹84,960.00
Inclusive of all taxes
Details
NON-ENGINEERING
Live 18 seats left Noida

Certified AI Master Practitioner (CAIMP)

Live AI cohort for non-technical learners with mentor-led projects and practical workflows.

120 Hours Guided journey
Hybrid Live Online + Offline
35 Seats Limited Batch
Mid August Batch Starts
Industry-Recognized Certificate Included
Total Fee ₹63,720.00
Inclusive of all taxes
Details
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About SM-ACE

As part of a visionary initiative by Sumit Shukla, MD and CEO of Scholars Merit, SM-ACE is on a strategic mission to establish 10 premium AI Centres of Excellence across India and make the country AI-ready. This expansion is designed to democratize high-end technology by bringing industry-aligned AI ecosystems directly into Tier 2 and Tier 3 campuses. Moving beyond the limitations of generic online courses, SM-ACE functions as a dedicated, campus-integrated innovation hub where students progress from basic AI awareness to verifiable, practical capability. The network represents a significant leap in national employability, ensuring that the next generation of professionals, regardless of geography, is equipped to lead in an AI-first global economy.

Our model is built on the principle of high-touch education, prioritizing a structured, batch-centric environment that ensures quality mentorship. Through a balanced hybrid approach of 60% in-person, expert-led workshops and 40% guided digital learning, SM-ACE bridges the gap between academic theory and corporate demand. Each centre is more than a training facility; it is a premium branded hub where 35-40 students per batch work on hands-on projects and domain-specific AI applications. Whether empowering engineering students to build complex models or enabling management students to use Generative AI for strategic growth, SM-ACE is the blueprint for the future of specialized, campus-based technical education.

The 60/40 Philosophy

Beyond Online Courses

A Multi-Dimensional Learning Ecosystem

60% In-Person Expert-Led Training

Delivered on-site at your campus. Our mentors don't just lecture; they build alongside your students in physical labs.

40% Guided Digital Learning

Powered by the Scholars Merit digital ecosystem. Students access AI virtual labs, cloud-based sandboxes, and adaptive assessments 24/7.

Why It Works

Real-time doubt clearing, physical collaboration, and the rigor of a corporate-style workplace environment.



60% In-Person 40% Digital
Learning Pathways

Tailored Excellence for Every Discipline

We recognize that a Coder and a Business Leader use AI differently. Our curriculum is bifurcated to ensure specific industry relevance.

The Architects

Building the engines of the future.

40 Hours

Foundation

Prompt Engineering, API Integration, & AI Productivity.

80 Hours

Professional

RAG Pipelines, Vector Databases, & LLM Fine-tuning.

120 Hours

Mastery

Full-stack AI Agent Orchestration & Enterprise Deployment.

The Strategists

Wielding AI to lead and innovate.

40 Hours

Foundation

AI literacy, prompt craft, and productivity automation.

80 Hours

Professional

No-code AI workflows, marketing intelligence, and analytics.

120 Hours

Mastery

AI strategy, governance, and enterprise transformation.

Enterprise Infrastructure

A Turnkey AI Innovation Hub on Your Campus

We don't just provide a login; we help you build a legacy.

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Branded CoE Setup

We consult on transforming your existing labs into premium SM-ACE branded environments.

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Corporate-Style Labs

Designed to mimic the R&D centers of Tier 1 tech firms, giving students real-world exposure.

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Batch Integrity

Strict 35–40 student cohorts to ensure every student receives personalized mentorship.

Governance

Real-Time Intelligence for Institutional Heads

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The Dean's Dashboard

Track student progress, batch performance, and 'Industry-Readiness Scores' in real-time.

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Responsible AI Framework

Every program includes modules on AI Ethics, Governance, and Data Privacy—the non-negotiables of the modern enterprise.

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Compliance Ready

Our certifications add significant value to NAAC, NIRF, and other institutional accreditation processes.

Our Network

Co-Branded SM-ACE Centers

We partner with leading colleges and universities to establish campus-integrated AI Centers of Excellence across Tier 2 & 3 cities.

Center Active

Swami Purnanand Scholars Merit AI Center of Excellence

Swami Purnanand College of Engineering & Technology

📍 Rishikesh, Uttrakhand

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Center Active

Scholars Merit AI Center of Excellence

Scholars Merit Online Private Limited

📍 Noida, Uttar Pradesh

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Live Programming

Events, Seminars & Webinars

Free and paid sessions designed for students across India. Register, learn, and join the SM-ACE community.

Bootcamp

Generative AI Bootcamp

Get step-by-step, hands-on guidance to build your very first Large Language Model (LLM) application from scratch. Learn practical techniques, explore real-world examples, and gain the confidence to create intelligent AI-powered apps with ease.

  • 09 May 2026
  • 1:00 PM IST · 2 Hours
  • Rishikesh, Uttarakhand
  • Ashu Tosh Bhardwaj
Webinar Upcoming

AI Careers in Tier 2 & 3 India: The Next Decade

The big shift in AI hiring is moving beyond major metro cities. Discover how to close the skills gap, tap into remote-first opportunities, and step into the next generation of the AI workforce — all in a live, interactive experience.

  • TBA
  • 6:00 PM IST · 90 minutes
  • Online
  • Dr. Anil Verma
Seminar Upcoming

AI for Non-Engineers

AI for commerce & design students — no coding needed.

  • TBA
  • 5:00 PM IST
  • Hybrid
  • Riya Kapoor
Seminar Upcoming

Campus Launch & Open House

Explore the AI lab and meet faculty.

  • TBA
  • 11:00 AM IST
  • Tekanpur
  • SM-ACE Panel
Outcomes

From Theory to Build: The SM-ACE Portfolio

Engineering

Custom-trained RAG Bot

A RAG bot for local legal documentation, built end-to-end by students using vector databases and LLM orchestration.

Non-Engineering

AI Marketing Engine

A hyper-personalized AI marketing engine for regional MSMEs, built using no-code automation tools.

Career Placement

Professional Talent Registry

Every 120-hour graduate is placed on our Professional Talent Registry, accessible to our network of corporate hiring partners.

Get Started

Ready to Begin Your AI Journey?

Whether you're a student looking to upskill or want your college to adopt the SM-ACE program — drop us your details and our team will reach out within 24 hours.

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Toll Free: (IN) 1800 203 6639
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Email
services@smopl.biz
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Location
Pan India — Tier 2 & 3 Cities

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